4 August: fyi -- discourse analysis, Aberdeen
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The School of Language & Literature is seeking to appoint a Senior
Lecturer/Lecturer in Linguistics in the area of Applied Linguistics and/or
Discourse Analysis. Applicants should have a research record commensurate
with the current stage of their career trajectory, along with firm plans
for a high-scoring submission to the forthcoming Research Excellence Framework.
As well as carrying out teaching, research and administrative duties as
appropriate, you will be expected to participate in our Masters degrees
(M.Litt) in English Linguistics for Advanced Teachers of English (ELATE)
and to undertake doctoral supervision. You will hold a PhD in Applied
Linguistics/Discourse Analysis or a related area, and will have experience
of teaching linguistics. The ability to organise and develop research, and
to work independently and as part of a team is an essential requirement of
this post.
Informal enquiries can be made to Professor Patrick Crotty, Head of School
- tel: 01224 272 562 or p.j.crotty@abdn.ac.uk
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 8 salary scale for
Senior Lecturers (?45,155 - ?52,347 per annum) and Grade 7 for Lecturers
(?36,715 - ?43,840 per annum) with placement according to qualifications
and experience.
Should you require a visa to undertake paid employment in the UK you will
be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a
Certificate of Sponsorship and Tier 2 visa. As appropriate, at the time an
offer of appointment is made you will be asked to demonstrate that you
fulfil the criteria in respect of financial maintenance and competency in
English. Please do not hesitate to contact Louise Alford, HR Adviser, for
further information on this.
To apply online for this position visit the application URL below.
Job Reference Number: 1151609.
Promoting Diversity and Equal Opportunities throughout the University.
Application Deadline: 27-Aug-2010
Web Address for Applications: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Contact Information:
Professor Patrick Crotty
Email: p.j.crotty@abdn.ac.uk
Phone: 01224272562
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